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1 Overview
1.1 [Organisation Name] is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and respectful workplace for all employees, including those who are undergoing or have undergone gender transition. This policy ensures that transgender and non-binary employees are treated fairly and equitably and that their dignity and privacy are protected at all times.
1.2 The purpose of this policy is to:
Support employees who are transitioning or exploring their gender identity.
Provide guidance for managers and colleagues on how to best support transitioning employees.
Establish procedures for ensuring a respectful, inclusive, and discrimination-free workplace.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy applies to all employees, including permanent, temporary, casual, and agency staff, as well as contractors and volunteers.
3 General Principles
3.1 Definitions
Transgender: An umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned to them at birth.
Gender Transition: The process through which a person begins to live and identify as a different
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